The French Carribbean main house opens on to a circular drive, with gate
Location: Islamorada, Islamorada Area, Florida Keys, Florida, USA (Lower Matecumbe; Mile Marker 75) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 4 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: Single-Family Home
Islamorada is the Spiritual Center of the Keys, the Sportfishing Capital of the World, and home to the largest fleet of charter boats in the Keys. Fish deep water or the back bay. Snorkeling and SCUBA sites abound. Restaurants, art galleries, and other shopping are plentiful in Islamorada.
Pass through a private security gate onto the prettiest property in the Keys. This French Caribbean home has a huge heated pool with a spa, a private oceanfront beach, incredible porches, and a salt-water pond on the premises. The main house has three bedrooms, three full baths, den, and a gourmet kitchen. There is a charming, beachfront, guest cottage which has one bedroom and a full-size bath. High-speed wireless DSL is included, as is a computer printer. The grounds are very private.
The second floor has the master bedroom, with a king size bed, and the guest bedroom, which has a king size bed. The third floor has a small bedroom with a queen bed, and a loft area with two twins. The beach cottage has a queen size bed. WE DO NOT ALLOW WEDDINGS.
WE DO NOT ALLOW WEDDINGS OR LARGE GROUPS
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV (6) : Three flat-screen, three old style
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Six burner gas range, electric oven (2), microwave, well stocked
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Large deck area next to the pool, patio furniture
- Balcony (2)
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : A printer available for you to use with your computer
- Other Amenities
- High Speed Wireless DSL internet connection, 6 TV's, VCR's, DVD players, Full Kitchen with 6 burner Thermador Gas Range, Outdoor Grill, extra refrig in the beach house, 2 kayaks
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season .. Christmas-Sep 01 .. $6500/week .. $19,000/month.
Fall .. Negotiable. Prices shown do not include 12.5 % Fla sales tax.
Note: Rates are 10% higher over Christmas and New Years
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
The Markeysa, the Ultimate Keys Experience - Private Beach
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Islamorada
We fell in love with it at first sight... there is no place like it...
The Unique Benefits at this House
The property is so beautiful we hate to leave it. Fishing in the Islamorada area cannot be beat. We love to visit the art galleries and unique shops in Islamorada as well. The grandkids really like the Dolphin Research Center, Pennekamp State Park, and Theater of the Sea. They also spend a lot of time catching the lizards and chamelions on the grounds. There are tennis courts within a mile. Key West is an hour and a half away.
Owner's Map of Islamorada
We live in Wilmington, NC. I am a licensed contractor in NC... we have owned rental properties in the Keys for 18 years, we take pride in our properites. We have been married for 46 years.
Property Photos
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- The French Carribbean main house opens on to a circular drive, with gate - Islamorada, FL - Florida Keys Rental Lodging
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- The beginning of a wonderful vacation..... - Islamorada, FL - Florida Keys Rental Lodging
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- The guest house, one bedroom, one bath, right on the beach - Islamorada, FL - Florida Keys Rental Lodging
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- A private beach awaits you...... all you need is a Corona....
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- The view from the master bedroom porch is very nice.....
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- The heated pool is very private, and has a heated spa.....
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- One-half of the salt water pond, and the bridge across it.......
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- The cozy living room... 46" flat-screen TV
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- The gourmet kitchen.... includes a six-burner gas range .......
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- The master bedroom has french doors looking out to Mother Ocean.......
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- The master bath has a whirlpool tub and a HUGE shower......
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- The front porch is a charming French Carribbean hideaway.....
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- Two kayaks are also included....... the only thing missing is YOU
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- Second floor TV room... great place for the kids to escape to....
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- The dining room..........
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- The beachhouse has a queen size bed.......
Traveler Reviews (12)
Better than you can imagine
Guest: lee
(medford, nj, usa)
Date of Stay: 06/28/11
Review Submitted: 07/31/11
I searched forever for the perfect location for my girlfriend, my brother, his wife and 6 month old. This place is much more beautiful than the pictures. Very clean. Excellent service. (air conditioning went out and after one phone call they fixed it 20 minutes later!) Plus its great flats fishing in your backyard! I have to thank the owners and their realtors for such a perfect experience. Don't pass this one up, trust me!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Perfect Private Getaway!
Guest: Susan
(Central New Jersey, USA)
Date of Stay: 04/16/11
Review Submitted: 04/29/11
Just returned from one of the most memorable vacations ever imaginable. It wa planned as a Christmas gift to my four children and their spouses and children. We needed activities for all ages, 57 to 2, space to enjoy each other, and space to enjoy each other-apart. Perfection! The Markeysa mirrored a resort compound. The layout, appointments and amenities surpassed expectations! And the location was picturesque and near to great restaurants (Pierre's) and shopping. (Trading Post). Highly recommend it to anyone-and we are not easy to please! PS-It was the best gift I have ever gven myself, memories of a lifetime!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
WOW! great get away!
Guest: Kee
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 01/15/11
Review Submitted: 01/21/11
Our family had an awesome time at the Markeysa in January, 2011. We are from Chicago and loved the 80 degree weather. Our kids were in the pool non-stop. It was very clean and well maintianed with a large seating area. The views on the property are breathtaking. We really enjoyed watching the sunrise every morning (and we are not normally morning people.) Plenty of space in the house with big bathrooms and showers and lots of privacy. Perfect location, very close to restaurants etc. We would definately go back and highly recommend it!!!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
repeat customer
Guest: jj
(ohio)
Date of Stay: 11/11/10
Review Submitted: 12/06/10
We have been coming to Markeysa for 8 years now and each year it gets better. We would love to buy this house and retire here but not in this lifetime. The local eateries are a joy to discover and the kayak ride to indian key is a great way to start the day.
Recommended for:Families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
A Little Bit of Heaven
Guest: J&D
(Palatine, IL 60067)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10
Review Submitted: 08/10/10
Beautiful, classy home in very tranquil setting right on the ocean. Perfect getaway for family or a few couples/friends. Location makes it perfect for day trips to Key West and other fun spots along the way. Plenty to do in area too....boating, fishing and many neat Florida style restaurants and shopping nearby or just hang out around your own private pool and beach. Great spot.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Four couples from The Carolinas
Guest: Nancy
(Matthews North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 07/31/10
Review Submitted: 08/09/10
We just returned from a week's stay at Markeysa. What a great time. 8 adults of varying tastes and everyone singing it's praises. The pictures don't really do justice to the experience when you enter the front door: elegant but comfortable, warm and welcoming. We had everything we needed. The owners really anticipated our needs. Loved sitting on the beach and partying or in the evening continuing our fun at the beautiful pool. The grounds are spectacular. Young or old will love this place Have visited the Keys many times ...but , this is where we will return.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Repeat Customer
Guest: Amy
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 01/03/10
Review Submitted: 08/08/10
Just coming back to your site to book our stay for the winter. We were fortunate enough to stay at your home last year. The house is beautiful, and the pool with adjoining hot tub are lovely. Can not wait to get there again.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+.
Guest: The Tathams and the Kellys
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Date of Stay: 11/30/06
Review Submitted: 08/07/10
We all enjyed your lovely home ! The pool andthe spa were a huge hit with the small folk... and the kyaks and seaside were so relaxing. Thanks for helping us celebrate a 60th birthday and a 40th anniversary.
Recommended for:
Guest: Ken and Alicia
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Date of Stay: 01/20/07
Review Submitted: 08/07/10
Our family was in need of a vacation. We came with our children and we were amazed at the tranquility upon openeing the front door. We love it all.
Recommended for:
Pictures are deceiving...........
Guest: Jane
(New Albany, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 06/26/10
Review Submitted: 07/10/10
We were a large group with 4 teenage boys who were looking so forward to spending time on the private beach and in the ocean. When we first arrived we all went down to see the beach and were overwhelmed with the smell of fish. There is a 3 - 4 foot wide stretch of ankle deep, brown, dried seagrass all along the entire beachfront. IF you can stand walking through it, the ocean floor is still covered with grass and coral - water shoes are a necessity. I wish we had known this because we would not have booked this house. None of us ever went into the ocean. The beachs on either side of this house were full of trash (buckets, babydoll with no head) - we have pictures. I will say that the house itself is fabulous which is good because that is what made up for the crappy beach. Just want to add that the saltwater pond is also in need of attention - it is very dirty and does not look like it does in these photos. We did enjoy ourselves despite these issues - just disapponted that we could not use the beach during the day or swim in the ocean with out water shoes. I would not consider returning unless I knew the beach/pond were clean. Great restaurants close by!
Owner response:Any time you are not happy with accomodations you should immediately notify the rental company to see if they will fix the problem, or lacking that, move you to new accomodations. You did not talk to them about it until you checked out. The problem was a southerly wind, which happens from time to time, coupled with a large amount of seaweed blowing in. The rental company could perhaps have moved you to a home on the bay side.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+.
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